Games Like The Cub

Human life is wiped out. Earth is now a golf course for the ultra-rich. In this dystopian sports puzzler, play through destroyed brutalist monuments, crumbling shopping malls, and abandoned museums as you piece together the full story of how humanity fell.

Why similar: Soundtrack 22.2% ★, Dystopian 15.6%, Post-apocalyptic 12.5%, Puzzle Platformer 11.5%, Platformer 6.3%

Master the gibbon’s art of movement with a unique moveset that lets you swing, slide and somersault through a lush jungle canopy, and experience a free-flowing story of family and survival as you search for a home that may be lost forever.

Why similar: Soundtrack 41.7% ★, Platformer 11%, Story Rich 9.7%, 2D Platformer 8.2%, Atmospheric 7.9%

The Last Campfire is an adventure, a story of a lost ember trapped in a puzzling place, searching for meaning and a way home.

Why similar: Soundtrack 37% ★, Puzzle Platformer 17.4%, Puzzle 14.2%, Story Rich 11.1%, Atmospheric 10%

A unique adventure game filled with beautiful puzzles all hand-drawn in an original 2D style . Out of Line follows the adventures of San in a quest to escape the Factory that was once home. Dive into a story set in a mysterious world that is revealed through multiple chapters.

Why similar: Soundtrack 34% ★, Puzzle Platformer 17.1%, 2D Platformer 9.6%, Platformer 9.4%, Puzzle 6.7%

Wield an ever-growing herd of quirky creatures to rebuild broken paths, battle perilous beasts, and solve peculiar puzzles in a rich, interconnected world. Join two young runaways as they unravel the mysteries of a lost realm in this nostalgic storybook fantasy!

Why similar: Story Rich 19.7%, Puzzle 18.2%, Stylized 16.5%, Colorful 15.1%, Atmospheric 13.3%

Retro Machina is a single-player action and exploration game set in a retro-futuristic universe. Experience the journey of a little robot as it solves intricate puzzles and begins unraveling the mysteries of a world long forgotten.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 22.5%, Puzzle Platformer 18.3%, Platformer 12.3%, Colorful 10.5%, Story Rich 8.7%

Be a part of an adventurous journey in Cubots: The Origins. Explore and survive in beautiful, atmospheric environments!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 37%, Puzzle 17.5%, Exploration 16.6%, Atmospheric 15.8%, Adventure 8.6%

An adventurous engineer, a diesel-punk world divided by endless conflict, and a whole lot of colossal guns. Sounds like a good time! With massive war machines threatening your home, will you be the one small cog that brings it all to a halt?

Why similar: Precision Platformer 21.7%, Dystopian 17.7%, Puzzle Platformer 13%, Platformer 9.5%, 2D Platformer 7.7%

An atmospheric vehicle adventure that follows the emotional journey of a boy and his ship as he embarks on a voyage to find a new home.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 27.3%, Puzzle Platformer 21.4%, Platformer 13.2%, Atmospheric 9.2%, Puzzle 8.2%

Explore strange and wonderful islands and dark labyrinths below in this narrative puzzle platformer. Guide young mechanic Mo on her quest to repair a world on the brink of collapse. The powerful Omni Switch at your disposal may not be enough to fix the damage that hides beneath the surface...

Why similar: Comic Book 22%, Puzzle Platformer 17.9%, Post-apocalyptic 17.2%, Platformer 10.2%, Story Rich 8.2%

Embark on a journey across vast landscapes in Caravan SandWitch, a captivating narrative-driven exploration adventure.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 42.2%, Exploration 16.3%, Stylized 14.5%, Colorful 13.8%, Adventure 8.2%

Musical Metroidvania, with pixel art to die for. Guide orphaned chick 'Birb', on a platform adventure, as he faces off against the denizens of the forest in rhythm-action boss battles. Acclaimed for its gorgeous animation, and heart-warming storytelling, as Birb strives to discover his true origins.

Why similar: Soundtrack 33.7% ★, Puzzle Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 11.3%, Story Rich 7.6%, Exploration 7.5%

Restore the Sun’s light and end the Eternal Eclipse in this 2D fast-paced action-platformer game inspired by Peruvian cultures. Explore hand-crafted environments, battle and improve your skills to defeat the Four Keepers that stole the power of the Sun.

Why similar: Soundtrack 34.1% ★, Platformer 10.5%, Difficult 9.1%, Colorful 8.6%, 2D Platformer 8.4%

Return to your home planet after 200 years of space travel in this atmospheric, art-driven adventure. Shoot, slash, and roll your way through dangerous enemies and ancient bosses, purchase items and unlock powerful weapons, and explore your unfamiliar home for parts to repair your ship.

Why similar: Soundtrack 28.5% ★, Dystopian 20.8%, Post-apocalyptic 13.2%, Difficult 8.4%, Stylized 6.4%

Cybarian The Time Travelling Warrior is a classically inspired arcade action game, with a mixture of modern and retro gaming tropes.

Why similar: Platformer 19.7%, Post-apocalyptic 17%, Difficult 15.3%, Arcade 11.5%, 2D Platformer 11.1%

Traverse stunning pixel landscapes, collect resources, and solve genetic puzzles to bring life back to a desolate planet. Play as an android created by the last human in existence to retrace evolution and save the world from mass extinction, while discovering the true weight of the human condition.

Why similar: Soundtrack 27.1% ★, Post-apocalyptic 22.5%, Dystopian 19.2%, 2D Platformer 8.5%, Story Rich 7.3%

DOMINO: The Little One, a hand-drawn 2D adventure game, invites you to traverse a realm where the perils of global warming and ecological catastrophe manifest as monstrous entities, and the only weapon at your disposal is your wit and will to make a change.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.2%, Platformer 21.7%, 2D Platformer 18.6%, Adventure 8.4%, Atmospheric 8.2%

You have to find out what happened in this fantastic world and help the Raccoon find his way home!

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 30.4%, Difficult 18.2%, Story Rich 12.1%, Puzzle 10.5%, Stylized 10.3%

As the last mother fox on Earth, your cubs need all your care to survive in a merciless world that slowly destroys itself. You have to help them, teach them and save them. And you should never forget that extinction is forever – in the real world and in this 2023 BAFTA award winning experience.

Why similar: Dystopian 36.4%, Atmospheric 15.7%, Exploration 13.8%, Story Rich 11.6%, Adventure 9.2%

Inspired by the golden age of 3D Platformers, Kao The Kangaroo returns in a whole new adventure! Embark on an epic journey, master magical gloves, explore lush environments and take Kao through his most grand tale yet!

Why similar: Soundtrack 59.4% ★, Arcade 14.9%, Colorful 13.8%, Adventure 8.2%, Singleplayer 3.8%

Explore the ruins of the human race and discover the thriving wildlife that blossomed after our extinction in this underwater action/adventure. Encounter monstrous creatures and let curiosity guide you through an inevitable voyage of extinction.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 45.6%, Adventure 19.6%, Difficult 12.8%, Exploration 10.2%, 2D 8.3%

A gripping, retro-inspired 2D cinematic puzzle-platformer set in a dystopian future where AI has taken over humanity. A short game in handcrafted pixel art, to experience in a film-like journey. Play as a young teenager, alone in a run-down world, relying only on your hacking skills to survive.

Why similar: Dystopian 28.2%, Puzzle Platformer 23%, 2D Platformer 13.1%, Platformer 9.2%, Post-apocalyptic 8.3%

A fast-paced Point-and-Click adventure AND an indie platfomer in one! Join adventurer Ben and wannabe indie darling Dan in a race against time to stop all the Apocalypses happening at the same time.

Why similar: Adventure 26.8%, Post-apocalyptic 19.9%, Platformer 17%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Puzzle 8.8%

Experience the moving tale of a young woman and her lifelong bond with a magnificent wolf as they embark on a thrilling adventure through a rapidly dying world.

Why similar: Platformer 22.1%, Puzzle Platformer 15.8%, Atmospheric 13.5%, 2D Platformer 12.7%, Puzzle 11.2%

Join Ludovik in a 2D Stealth Platformer and Graphic Adventure, as he explores the jungles of a futuristic Babylon to discover the secret behind the Library of Babel’s sudden lockdown and the mysteries behind their mythical creators.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 31%, Puzzle Platformer 27.7%, Platformer 18.4%, Atmospheric 7.2%, Puzzle 5.7%

Journey to another planet and discover its secrets in order to bring your loved one back to life. Experience an adventure, inspired by old school classics like Another World, Heart of Darkness and Flashback.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 32.5%, Platformer 22.7%, Adventure 13.1%, Puzzle 6.6%, Atmospheric 6.3%

Figment is an action-adventure game that invites you to explore a unique surreal universe filled with music, humor and multi layered narrative. Join Dusty and his ever-optimistic friend, Piper, on an adventure through the different sides of the mind seeking to restore the courage that's been lost.

Why similar: Puzzle 22.5%, Story Rich 16.3%, Colorful 16.1%, Atmospheric 15.9%, Adventure 14.1%

Up-tempo adventuring and family drama ensue when the survivors of a disastrous charity project return to the dead ships in the former Aral Sea in Uzbekistan. Residue tells a personal story by letting you explore a larger-than-life, ridiculously detailed rendition of one of our world's most fascinating (and horrifying) locations.

Why similar: Soundtrack 35.4% ★, Platformer 14.7%, 2D Platformer 12.6%, Story Rich 10.6%, Exploration 8.6%

Mekazoo is a 2D platformer set in a vibrant 3D world with fast-flowing gameplay and a cast of kinetically-diverse mechanized animals.

Why similar: Platformer 30.9%, Adventure 17.6%, Difficult 12.9%, Arcade 9.3%, Colorful 8.3%

The Great Perhaps is a time travel puzzle game about an astronaut returning to Earth destroyed by natural cataclysms. There, among the ruins he finds an unusual artifact — an old lantern, in the light of which you can see glimpses of another time and travel to the past.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 33.2%, Adventure 12.3%, Story Rich 10.3%, Puzzle 10.1%, Exploration 9.4%

A unique 2D firefighting platformer from the creator of Dead Cells, featuring devastating backdrafts, exploding walls, and expected cat rescues. Battle your way through a mysterious government facility, striving to keep the blaze under control.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 22.2%, Platformer 18.1%, Exploration 14.5%, Atmospheric 13.9%, Colorful 12.6%

Designed to resemble a game for a classic portable game system with simple game play, pixelated graphics, and a 4-color color pallet. This callback to our childhood will test your skills, capture your imagination, and leave you satisfied when your quest is complete.

Why similar: Platformer 59.2%, Adventure 40.8%

An innovative adventure mixed with beat 'em up and RPG elements. In a grim world where animals have replaced mankind, what kind of detective will you be?

Why similar: Soundtrack 42.8% ★, Dystopian 32.7%, Story Rich 11.1%, Atmospheric 8.2%, Adventure 5.1%

Cubway is a journey with an abstract story of lifecycle of rebirth, called Samsara. Guide the cube through the long way full of dangers and difficulties, visit many interesting and mysterious places.

Why similar: Arcade 50.6%, Adventure 49.4%

An existential platformer where Doomsday is just around the corner. Save the world or become an eternal corporate slave for the God of Death. Choices matter. Or do they? Goof around and find out.

Why similar: Soundtrack 24.4% ★, Dystopian 16.6%, Precision Platformer 16.2%, Puzzle Platformer 11.4%, Difficult 7.7%

Ministry of Broadcast is a narrative-driven single player cinematic platformer mixing Orwell’s 1984 with modern reality TV. A country divided by The Wall; to cross it and reach your family, you must compete on - and win - a reality TV show broadcast by the Regime.

Why similar: Dystopian 31.9%, Adventure 18.4%, Puzzle Platformer 17.1%, Platformer 10.3%, Difficult 6.7%

Blanc is an artistic cooperative adventure that follows the journey of a wolf cub and a fawn stranded in a vast, snowy wilderness. They must come together in an unlikely partnership to find their families.

Why similar: Atmospheric 35.9%, Stylized 35.2%, Adventure 20.7%, Exploration 8.1%

Boarding on this adventure with Guazu in a wide forest of dangers, where you will rescue your friends who have been captured.

Why similar: 2D Platformer 36.4%, Platformer 31.4%, Colorful 11.1%, Adventure 10.4%, 2D 7.9%

The Uncertain is an story-driven adventure game set in a post-apocalyptic world. Experience the mysterious vibe of each of carefully explored locations, solve diverse puzzles, make fateful decisions and discuss intriguing matters to find out the whole truth being kept from you.

Why similar: Post-apocalyptic 32.4%, Atmospheric 16.9%, Puzzle 16.7%, Story Rich 15.5%, Adventure 14.4%

A robot, a poncho and a journey of discovery! Make your way through this wonderful world of pixelated parallax platforming to solve the ultimate puzzle: who is Poncho?

Why similar: Platformer 21.7%, Puzzle Platformer 19.8%, Post-apocalyptic 19.4%, Adventure 12.4%, Difficult 8.5%

OSK is a stylishly brutal platformer in which you climb an enormous tree, up towards the sky as a squirrel escaping the chaotic apocalypse down below.

Why similar: Platformer 20.4%, Difficult 16.7%, Adventure 15.8%, 2D Platformer 13.2%, Puzzle 12.5%

Hunted and alone, a boy finds himself drawn into the center of a dark project. INSIDE is a dark, narrative-driven platformer combining intense action with challenging puzzles. It has been critically acclaimed for its moody art style, ambient soundtrack and unsettling atmosphere.

Why similar: Soundtrack 32.6% ★, Puzzle Platformer 18%, Platformer 10.9%, 2D Platformer 9.7%, Story Rich 8.2%

A beautiful, 3rd-person exploration game centered around two parallel stories: a fox trying to find her missing family, and a son reconnecting with his estranged father in Alaska. Uncover artifacts from the son's life as he becomes intertwined in the fox’s journey towards The First Tree.

Why similar: Atmospheric 27.3%, Exploration 21.2%, Story Rich 19.2%, Adventure 13.3%, Colorful 13%

This definitive edition of the multiple-award-winning hit by master storytellers The Chinese Room is remastered for the big screen and includes all bonus content of the original. A HERO WILL EMERGE!

Why similar: 2D Platformer 19.6%, Platformer 19%, Story Rich 15.7%, Stylized 12.4%, Atmospheric 12.2%

Time Loader is a story-driven puzzle-platformer with tiny robots, alternate realities, nostalgic music, and primitive tech from the 90s!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 34.3%, Puzzle Platformer 26.3%, Platformer 17.7%, Story Rich 12.3%, Adventure 6%

Retrieve your weapons, face bosses to save your dog in a retro adventure focused on 3 dungeons. Finish the Story mode to unlock the Survivor mode: a 50-floor "Death Tower". You'll enjoy classic mechanics, charming visual style, and an enchanting soundtrack.

Why similar: 2D 41.5%, Adventure 35.8%, Singleplayer 22.8%

The Multi-Medium is a visually unique 2D puzzle platform adventure in which you play as an interdimensional explorer lost in the multiverse. Travel to diverse worlds, each drawn or painted by hand in a different medium and style, in search of your place in the cosmos.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 19.4%, Platformer 12.4%, 2D Platformer 10.8%, Story Rich 9.1%, Stylized 8.7%

Experience the epic journey of Nuna and Fox as they search for the source of an eternal blizzard that threatens the survival of everything they have ever known.

Why similar: Platformer 29.4%, Puzzle Platformer 20%, Atmospheric 16.4%, Story Rich 13.9%, Puzzle 10.5%

In a world gone wild, there's only one animal man enough to put his foot down!Join Frebb's small clique of reluctant "friends" as they rumble, tumble, and action-platform their way through the craziest journey of the year!

Why similar: Precision Platformer 36.4%, Platformer 17.2%, 2D Platformer 15.4%, Story Rich 10.8%, Colorful 7.3%

Storybook characters discover a three-dimensional world outside the pages of their book and must jump between 2D & 3D realms to save their friends in this charming action-adventure.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 43.7%, 2D Platformer 28.3%, Adventure 16.8%, 2D 7.2%, Singleplayer 3.9%

When everything seems hopeless a child is awakened by the whispers of the last leaf, drawn into an imaginary world. Unleaving invites the player into a narrative-driven puzzle platformer where each challenge unfolds within a hand-painted landscape, exploring perception and meaning

Why similar: Platformer 16%, Puzzle Platformer 15.1%, 2D Platformer 14.6%, Story Rich 12.7%, Atmospheric 11.5%

OneShot is a surreal top down Puzzle/Adventure game with unique gameplay capabilities. You are to guide a child through a mysterious world on a mission to restore its long-dead sun. The world knows you exist.

Why similar: Story Rich 32.3%, Puzzle 19.5%, Atmospheric 18.3%, Exploration 10.1%, Adventure 8.4%

Traverse a vast world as a young lynx cub. Paws – A Shelter 2 Game is a standalone, single player, adventure game with loss and friendship as its central themes. Venture out in the world and make your way home.

Why similar: Adventure 38.3%, Atmospheric 22.3%, Story Rich 16.7%, Exploration 14.4%, Singleplayer 8.4%

An action adventure about a ghost’s journey through the afterlife. Possess enemies and the environment and fend off hostile spirits in pursuit of starry fragments from a past life.

Why similar: Soundtrack 37.8% ★, Puzzle Platformer 18.5%, Exploration 8.3%, Puzzle 7.8%, Story Rich 7.6%

Night Reverie is a Puzzle/Adventure game in which a child must solve the mystery behind the distortion of his house. Explore puzzle-filled environments and discover strange creatures living in the house as you reach the truth behind of what looks like a bizarre nightmare.

Why similar: Soundtrack 31.2% ★, Exploration 13.7%, Puzzle 13%, Story Rich 12.3%, Colorful 9.1%

"TurnOn" tells the spellbinding tale of a brave alien creature and its striking journey through blackout world, in an incredibly colorful and detailed platformer without platforms.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 27.6%, Platformer 20.2%, Adventure 10.8%, Colorful 10.6%, Difficult 10.6%

Figment 2: Creed Valley is an action-adventure game set in the human mind. Face bosses in musical showdowns, make your way through puzzles, and explore unique environments.

Why similar: Soundtrack 53.7% ★, Puzzle 10.4%, Exploration 10.3%, Story Rich 8.7%, Atmospheric 7.3%

Discover the beautiful world of Nihilumbra and join Born on his adventure to find himself whilst trying to escape from his inevitable curse. Born was created from the absolute nothingness: The Void. But somehow he separates himself from the black emptiness and appears in the world.

Why similar: Puzzle Platformer 25.7%, Platformer 23.2%, Puzzle 14.7%, Atmospheric 9.3%, Adventure 7.7%